refinement
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noun \ri-ˈfīn-mənt\Definition of REFINEMENT
1
: the action or process of refining
2
: the quality or state of being refined : cultivation
3
a : a refined feature or method b : a highly refined distinction : subtlety c : a contrivance or device intended to improve or perfect
See Examples of REFINEMENT
- <the recent refinements in this area of medical technology>
- <had a sense of refinement that her small hometown couldn't satisfy, so she moved to New York City to be closer to great museums and concert halls>
First Known Use of REFINEMENT
circa 1611
Related to REFINEMENT
- Synonyms
- advancement, breakthrough, enhancement, improvement, advance
- Antonyms
- setback
Rhymes with REFINEMENT
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